Guys, have you lost the spark in your sex drive? If that’s you, you are not alone! Libido is a complex issue. There are so many reasons that male libido can falter, from stress and physical factors, to relational issues in your marriage. But for every factor, there are also solutions.
Learn the steps to uncover what’s driving your lack of drive so you can revive the desire. We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage.
Episode highlights include:
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The physical, mental and emotional health factors that affect sex drive
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Tips to unpack the issue together in healthy ways
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Is there a place for medical advice in understanding libido?
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Challenging the cultural myths about aging and sex drive
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Steps to starting a helpful conversation about improving libido
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Couples Conversation Guide
Main takeaway: Husbands, have you lost the passion? Physical, mental and emotional factors all impact your sex drive but you can reignite the spark and enjoy God’s gift of sex in marriage.
Questions to Discuss:
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Dr. Kim said that things like depression, anxiety, financial stress, relational tension or past trauma can reduce libido. Are any of those affecting your sexual relationship today?
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What would you like to experience more of together in your sexual relationship?
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What can you do together to make that happen?
QUOTES
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“If you’ve got problems from the past that affect you in the present, you need someone to help you work through that.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling
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“When the assumptions got on the table, we realized they were wrong. That made such a huge difference.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling
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“Low libido doesn’t indicate cheating or porn addiction, it’s usually more complex than that.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling
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The longer you let it go, the worse it’s going to get. - Dr. Kim Kimberling
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
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Congrats to our Awesome Marriage of the Year - Brett and Megan Hamilton! To learn more about National Marriage week, visit their website HERE.
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Spice things up in the bedroom with our limited-time ‘Break the Bedroom Rut’ Sexy BUNDLE!
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Don’t let negative assumptions
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